Question

A current-carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field experiences a maximum force when placed parallel to the magnetic field.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

1. The force experienced by a current-carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field is given by

$F=ILB\sin \theta$ Where I= current, L= length of the conductor, B=magnetic field, and $\theta$=angle between Land B.

2. When $\theta$=$0°$, $F=ILB\sin 0=0(\because \sin 0=0)$

3. Hence when the current-carrying conductor is placed parallel to the magnetic field it does not experience any force.

Thus the given statement is false.